Tharu - Pajhota, Sirmaur
Tharu is a village situated in the Pajhota tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 165 km from Nahan. Deothi Majgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tharu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tharu is 022525. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Tharu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tharu
As per Census 2011, Tharu village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 224 males and 205 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tharu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 224 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 128 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 197 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Tharu
Tharu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tharu
Tharu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Tharu is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tharu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tharu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tharu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tharu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tharu
Where is Tharu located?
Tharu village is located in Pajhota Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tharu?
The Gram Panchayat of Tharu is Deothi Majgaon.
What is the pincode of Tharu?
The pincode of Tharu is 173024.
What is the population of Tharu?
Tharu has a total population of 429, including 224 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Tharu?
There are 81 households in Tharu.
What is the literacy rate in Tharu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tharu is 86.48%. Male literacy is 87.95% and female literacy is 84.88%.